C-2 · Orange Co., FL Code updated Jun 2025 GC · Maricopa, AZ Corridor expansion approved HC · Harris Co., TX Drive-thru stacking updated CB · Mecklenburg, NC FAR bonus program extended B-3 · Cook Co., IL CUP process streamlined BU-2 · Miami-Dade, FL Height limits amended C-2 · Fulton Co., GA Drive-thru by-right confirmed CS · Travis Co., TX New transit overlay effective CB · King Co., WA SEPA threshold raised M-1 · Duval Co., FL FAR increased to 0.50 MUDD · Charlotte, NC South End overlay expanded CG · Hillsborough, FL New drive-thru stacking rules C-2 · Orange Co., FL Code updated Jun 2025 GC · Maricopa, AZ Corridor expansion approved HC · Harris Co., TX Drive-thru stacking updated CB · Mecklenburg, NC FAR bonus program extended B-3 · Cook Co., IL CUP process streamlined BU-2 · Miami-Dade, FL Height limits amended C-2 · Fulton Co., GA Drive-thru by-right confirmed CS · Travis Co., TX New transit overlay effective CB · King Co., WA SEPA threshold raised M-1 · Duval Co., FL FAR increased to 0.50 MUDD · Charlotte, NC South End overlay expanded CG · Hillsborough, FL New drive-thru stacking rules
Active Zone · Fulton County Primary · Fulton County, GA

M-1 Light Industrial
Fulton County Primary, Georgia

Light manufacturing, distribution, warehousing.

Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County Primary · county
Fulton County Zoning Res. §4.44
Updated: 2026-03-29 5.8K Parcels

Jurisdiction Context

Fulton County Primary county county_primary

This zone is currently grouped under Fulton County Primary inside Fulton County. In counties with city-level zoning authorities, standards can vary across jurisdictions even when zone labels look similar.

Max Height
50
Feet · ~5 stories
Max FAR
0.45
Floor Area Ratio
Min. Lot Size
20K
sq ft · 0.46 ac
100 ft frontage
Max Lot Coverage
60%
of gross lot area
Impervious surface cap

Comparative Market Context

Density vs. County Average

At FAR 0.45, this zone allows 38% more floor area ratio than the Fulton County commercial zone average of 0.72 — a trade-off that typically correlates with more conservative built form.

Lot Coverage vs. Average

This zone allows 14% less lot coverage than the Fulton County commercial zone average (70%), reflecting a constraint that typically encourages structured parking or multi-story building formats.

County Portfolio Position

There are 14 total zoning designations in Fulton County, of which 3 are commercial. M-1 is among the most flexible for commercial uses. This zone accounts for approximately 22.1% of all commercially zoned parcels in the county.

Land Value Context

At Fulton County's average land value of $52.6/sf and a FAR of 0.45, the implied land cost per buildable square foot in M-1 p5_zones is approximately $116.89/sf — a mid-market entry point relative to regional commercial land benchmarks.

Development Standards

RequirementStandardNotes / ConditionsCode Ref.
Front Setback
From ROW
30 ft §4.44
Rear Setback
Interior lot
20 ft §4.44
Side Setback
Interior / Corner
5 / 25 ft Zero interior common; corner varies §4.44
Building Height
Max by-right
50 ft §4.44
Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
0.45 §4.44
Impervious Surface
Max lot coverage
60% Stormwater retention required for remainder §4.44
Min. Lot Size
20,000 sf 100 ft min. frontage §4.44
Parking: Retail
Per 1,000 sf GLA
0.5 spaces Shared parking may reduce; ADA per IBC §4.44

Permitted Uses

The M-1 zone's permitted use schedule for Fulton County, GA is currently being verified from source documents.

By-Right — no special permit needed Conditional (CUP / BZA required) Prohibited in this zone

No byright uses recorded for this zone yet.

No conditional uses recorded for this zone yet.

No prohibited uses recorded for this zone yet.

Zoning Map — M-1 in Fulton County

ℹ️ M-1 Corridors in Fulton County

Connect a GIS data source (Regrid, Esri, or county open data portal) to render live parcel-level zoning maps. ByRightHQ Pro subscribers get embedded map tiles for all 5.8K M-1 parcels in Fulton County. Average asking price for M-1 land: $52.60/sf.

National Benchmarks

M-1 in Fulton County compared to equivalent commercial zones nationally (n = 2,841 zones across 50 states).

Max FAR
Fulton County: 0.45 Nat. avg: 0.45
0.101.0+
Max Building Height (ft)
Fulton County: 50 Nat. avg: 48
25 ft100+ ft
By-Right Uses (count)
Fulton County: 0 Nat. avg: 19
535+
Avg. Permit Timeline (days)
Fulton County: 90 Nat. avg: 110
30d180+ d

🔒 Pro: Full national benchmarking dashboard — 14 metrics, parcel search, PDF export

Development Yield Calculator

Instant Build Potential for M-1
Enter your lot size — see maximum buildable area in real time
M-1 Fulton County
sq ft
Max Buildable GFA
Enter lot size above
Max Footprint
Coverage limit
Est. Stories
@ 12 ft/floor
Bonus FAR GFA
With incentives
Est. Parking Req.
@ 0.5/1K sf retail

Free Calculators for This Zone

Entitlement Process — Fulton County

01
Pre-Application Meeting (PAM)
Free consultation with Fulton County Development Review Division. Bring a conceptual site plan. Typically 2–4 week wait. Identify overlay districts, activity center requirements, and environmental constraints early.
2–4 weeks
02
DRC / Site Plan Submission
Submit to Development Review Committee. Requires engineered site plan, landscape plan, stormwater analysis (per local SJRWMD/TCEQ/CDOT requirements), and traffic study if >100 PM peak-hour trips.
30–90 days
03
Building Permit
Submit to Fulton County Building Division. Fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical sub-permits included. Expedited commercial review available in most Florida, Texas, and Arizona p5_counties.
4–12 weeks
04
Certificate of Occupancy
Final inspections: Building, Fire Marshal, Health (food service), Zoning. Business Tax Receipt or Business License required from local authority prior to opening.
Final Step

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M-1 zoning in Fulton County, GA?
Light manufacturing, distribution, warehousing.
What is the maximum building height for M-1 in Fulton County?
The maximum building height in M-1 zoning in Fulton County is 50 feet by right.
Can you build a drive-thru in M-1 zoning in Fulton County?
Drive-thru permissibility depends on the specific use type. Verify with Fulton County Planning & Zoning.
What is the minimum lot size for M-1 zoning in Fulton County?
The minimum lot size for M-1 zoning in Fulton County is 20,000 square feet (0.46 acres). Minimum street frontage is 100 feet.
⚠ This information is sourced from publicly available zoning codes and is for informational reference only. Always verify current regulations directly with Fulton County Primary Planning & Zoning before making investment or development decisions. Last verified: 2026-03-29. Contact: 404-612-0246.